Compassionate Medication Aide - Senior Living Care

Sunset Woods Senior Living; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Table Rock Senior Living at Barber Station in Idaho is seeking a Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and treatments to residents under state regulations.

The role also supports activities of daily living, documents MARs, and communicates any concerns to the Wellness Director, while upholding resident dignity and promoting independence.

Qualifications

• Must be able to administer medications in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide compassionate, resident-centered care and assist with daily living activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate observations to supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments to residents as directed.
• Observe residents for effects, document in medication administration records, and report concerns.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and support independence and dignity.
• Collaborate with Wellness Director and designated staff to ensure safe care.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We Are Guided By Our CAPLICO Core Values

Table Rock Senior Living at Barber Station is currently seeking a Medication Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. We have the following shifts available:

Customer Second (Employee First!)

Accountability

Passion for Learning

Love One Another

Intelligent Risk Taking

Celebration

Ownership

If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.

About The Opportunity

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records, communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Critical Success Factors

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state’s regulatory requirements and facility requirements.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising, self-motivating; willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/tasks concurrently. Demonstrates problem solving skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.